Pier 1 Names EVP, CFO

June 30, 2015  by in Executive Changes, Industry   

Jeffrey Boyer will start with the retailer July 27 as executive vice president and CFO.

In his position, he will be responsible for the company’s financial operations and accounting, including financial reporting, planning and analysis, accounting, treasury, tax and investor relations.

Laura Coffey will continue as executive vice president and interim CFO until Boyer’s appointment becomes effective. At that time she will be named to a separate executive position within the company.

“Jeff’s financial and operational expertise, including his public company CFO experience, makes him extremely well qualified to lead our finance organization,” said Alex Smith, president and CEO. “His broad retail background, which encompasses real estate, supply chain and IT, will be an asset to us as we continue to drive our financial transformation under Pier 1 Imports’ omni-channel business model. Beyond his professional capabilities, Jeff is a great cultural fit, and we are thrilled to have him join our executive team.”

Boyer has more than 35 years of finance experience. Most recently, he was executive vice president, chief administrative officer and CFO for Tuesday Morning Corp. (NASDAQ: TUES).  Previously, Boyer spent five years with 24 Hour Fitness Worldwide, where he was executive vice president and CFO and then promoted to COO. Earlier,  Boyer held positions of increasing responsibility with The Michaels Cos., Sears Holdings Corp. and Kmart Corp.

“It is a tremendous opportunity to join Pier 1 Imports at this pivotal time for the company,” Boyer said. “I am excited to be part of a team that is clearly passionate about its brand, customers, company culture and potential for growth.”